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Classic E.O.S.

Reference manual

Agfa-Gevaert N.V. 2000.


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Table of contents
Chapter 1: Introducing the Classic E.O.S. .............................................................. 5
Welcome to the Classic E.O.S................................................................................. 6
Safety precautions................................................................................................... 7
Safety compliance ................................................................................................... 9

Chapter 2: Getting started with the Classic E.O.S. .............................................. 11


Main components .................................................................................................. 12
The control panel................................................................................................... 15
Switching the Classic E.O.S. on ............................................................................ 17
Switching the Classic E.O.S. off ............................................................................ 20

Chapter 3: Processing films ................................................................................... 21


Processing films .................................................................................................... 22
Processing an emergency film............................................................................... 25
Recommended chemicals ..................................................................................... 27

Chapter 4: Customization ....................................................................................... 29


Customizing the processing parameters................................................................ 30
Processing cycle ................................................................................................... 34
Developer temperature .......................................................................................... 36
Dryer setting .......................................................................................................... 38
Developer replenishment rate................................................................................ 40
Fixer replenishment rate........................................................................................ 43
Standby developer and fixer replenishment (jog cycle) ......................................... 45
Setting the start-up replenishment function ........................................................... 47
Language .............................................................................................................. 49
Autofill ................................................................................................................... 50

Chapter 5: Preventive maintenance ...................................................................... 51


Survey of the preventive maintenance work .......................................................... 52
General cleaning directions ................................................................................... 53
Clean the feed table and film scanner ................................................................... 54
Clean the tank covers and film guide elements ..................................................... 56
Clean the tanks and roller sets .............................................................................. 59
Clean the squeegee roller set................................................................................ 66
Clean the pumps ................................................................................................... 68

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Chapter 6: Troubleshooting ................................................................................... 73


Troubleshooting checklist ...................................................................................... 74
The processor is out of operation .......................................................................... 77
The developer or fixer level is too low ................................................................... 79
The water level is too low ...................................................................................... 84
Jammed film .......................................................................................................... 85
Film quality problems ............................................................................................ 87
The developer temperature is too low ................................................................... 88
The fixer temperature is too low ............................................................................ 90
Messages when accessories are connected ......................................................... 92

Chapter 7: Instructions for skilled service personnel ......................................... 95


Important safety notice .......................................................................................... 96
Clean the dryer roller sets ..................................................................................... 97
Check for jams in the dryer section ..................................................................... 100
Failure of the dryer heaters ................................................................................. 101
Cleaning the water filter....................................................................................... 104

Appendix A: Equipment information sheet ........................................................ 107


Specifications ...................................................................................................... 108
Accessories ......................................................................................................... 112

Appendix B: Index ................................................................................................. 113

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Chapter

Introducing the Classic E.O.S.

This chapter introduces the Classic E.O.S. to the user and


draws the attention to some important safety precautions.
Welcome to the Classic E.O.S.
Safety precautions
Safety compliance

Welcome to the Classic E.O.S.


The Classic E.O.S. is a processor for medical X-ray films developed by Agfa.
The Classic E.O.S. cannot process rollfilms.

The Classic E.O.S. offers the following features:

Three fast processing cycles for optimal processing quality in accordance with
the film type that is used: High Throughput (HT), Intermediate Processing (IP)
and Rapid Processing (RP).

Operation of the processor can be completely customized by means of the following processing parameters:
developer temperature,
dryer stage,
developer replenishment rate,
fixer replenishment rate,
jog-cycle function (standby developer and fixer replenishment),
initial developer and fixer replenishment function.

The Classic E.O.S. (Ecological Optimized System) features a twin fixer tank
system which reduces substantially the silver carry-over to the rinse water tank.
After development, the exposed film enters the first fixer tank, where most of the
silver is removed from the film.
The film then is transported through the second fixer tank, to be treated again with
fresh fixer.
As a consequence, when the film is passed to the rinse water tank, silver freight
carry-over will be very low.

Agfa can guarantee optimal film quality and compliance with statutory regulations
only if Agfa materials are used.

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Safety precautions
General safety instructions

The Classic E.O.S. was designed for processing medical X-ray films, and should
only be used for this purpose.

The processor may only be operated by qualified staff, skilled on the machine.

Make sure that only by Agfa authorized personnel has access to the processor.

Only trained and authorized service personnel can make repairs or changes to
the processor.

If there is visible damage to the machine casing, the processor should not be
started or used.

Do not override or disconnect the integrated safety features.

Disconnect the processor from the mains before performing any maintenance
activities.

Like all technical devices, the processor must be operated, cared for and serviced correctly, as described in the documentation provided with the machine.

If the processor is not operated correctly or if you do not have it serviced correctly, Agfa is not liable for resulting disturbances, damages or injuries.

When installing the processor, care must be taken to ensure that there is either a
mains plug or an all-cable disconnecting device in the internal installation fitted
near the processor and that it is easily accessible.

If connections with other components or assemblies are made, Agfa can guarantee safety only for combinations which are approved by Agfa.

If you notice conspicuous smoke or noise, disconnect the processor immediately.

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Special instructions for the handling of chemicals

When handling chemicals, you must observe safety and environmental regulations as well as the operating and warning instructions accompanying the chemicals.

Wear stipulated protective clothing and safety goggles.

When disposing of chemicals and waste water, you must comply with the local
regulations concerning waste water and environmental protection.

If chemicals get into your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes with cold water and
consult a physician.

Do not inhale vapor from chemicals. Make sure that there is sufficient ventilation
where the processor is installed, i.e. air exchange that is at least ten times the
space volume per hour.

Always comply with the installation instructions.

Regularly check all connections to the processor for tightness.

If liquid gets into the inside of the processor (due to spills), disconnect the processor from the mains immediately and have the device cleaned thoroughly by
service personnel.

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Safety compliance

This processor complies with the safety regulations EN 60950: 1997 (IEC 950)
and EN 60601-1-2: 1993, UL 1950 and CSA C22.2 No. 950 and with
the regulations on radio interference suppression EN 50081-1, EN 55011 and
FCC 47 Part 15, Subchapter B, Class A.

The non-return water connection system complies with DIN 1988.

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Chapter

Getting started with


the Classic E.O.S.

This chapter introduces the Classic E.O.S. to the user and


explains some key concepts.
Main components
The control panel
Switching the Classic E.O.S. on
Switching the Classic E.O.S. off

Main components
View from film entry side
1

Film scanner

Feed slot

Feed table

Control panel

Power supply

As an option, the Classic E.O.S. can be


installed with all drain and replenishment
tubes at the bottom of the processor.

View from film return side


1

2
3
4
5
6

Top cover

Top cover lift-up handle

Cover quarter turn fasteners (2)

Cover

10

On/Off switch

11

Ground fault switch

12

Exit tray

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View from above (upper cover removed)


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HEAT
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FIX

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Developer section

Fixer section #1

Fixer section #2

Rinsing water section

Dryer section

Tank cover release clips (8)

Tank transport roller set (4)

Tank cover with film guide elements (4)

Control panel

10

Feed table

11

Drain valve (4)

12

Pump housing (4)

13

Squeegee roller set

14

Fixer and developer overheat protection button (2)

15

Interlock switch (2)

13

Functional diagram (cross section)


The Classic E.O.S. automatically accepts the film as you introduce it in the feed
slot on the feed table.
A built-in film scanner measures the surface of the entered film, which enables
the processor to provide the appropriate amount of replenishment.
The Classic E.O.S. then develops, fixes, rinses and dries the film.
Finally, it deposits the processed film in the exit tray.

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Feed table

Film scanner

Tank cover with film guide elements (4)

Developer transport roller set

Fixer transport roller set #1

Fixer transport roller set #2

Rinsing water transport roller set

Squeegee roller set

Dryer transport roller set (7)

10

14

Exit tray

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The control panel

Control panel keys


Key

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Key description

Action

Up key.

To scroll upward through multiple choices in a


field.

Down key.

To scroll downward through multiple choices in


a field.

Escape key.

To quit a submenu without saving any


changes.

Confirm key.

To select a menu item.

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Control panel display


The LCD display of the control panel consists of two lines of 16 digits, located
above the keys on the control panel.

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or, e.g.:

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The display keeps the user informed on the status of the processor, e.g. when
failures occur by showing an appropriate message.

Refer to chapter 6, Troubleshooting.

User language
The language in which the messages on the display appear can be selected in
accordance with your personal choice. The following are available:
Language

Language

Danish

Dansk

Greek

Dutch

Nederlands

Italian

Italiano

English

English

Norwegian

Norsk

Finnish

Suomi

Portuguese

Portugus

French

Franais

Spanish

Espaol

German

Deutsch

Swedish

Svenska

Refer to your local service organization.

Audio signals
The Classic E.O.S. also informs you about its status by means of beeps. The
length of the beep indicates the systems response to a key command.
A short beep means that Classic E.O.S. accepts the command and begins the
operation.

A long beep signifies that the Classic E.O.S. rejected the command or the action
or process failed.

An interval beep accompanies an error status message. Refer to Troubleshooting checklist on page 74.

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Switching the Classic E.O.S. on


Before switching on
When operating the processor for the first time, make sure that the processor has
been installed in accordance with the Agfa installation instructions.

Make sure the machine is connected to the power supply.

Make sure all drain valves are closed by turning clockwise.

Make sure the water tap is opened.

Make sure the chemical tanks are filled.

Make sure all covers are properly installed and that the interlock switches are
engaged.

Make sure the feed table and exit tray are clean.

Make sure the ground fault switch is not switched off.

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Switching the Classic E.O.S. on


1

Locate the main switch and place it in position I.


Do not touch the switches with wet fingers!

The processor starts an initialization procedure that may take 15 to 20 minutes.


During the initialization phase an emergency film can be processed if a film
is introduced on the feed table. Refer to Processing an emergency film on
page 25.

The developer and fixer are heated or cooled.

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or, e.g.:

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You can watch the progress of heating or cooling as the temperature indication
changes accordingly.

After a while, the following message indicates that the processor is ready for
operation:

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The actual temperature to be reached depends upon the setting for the actual processing cycle. Refer to Developer temperature on page 36.

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After switching on
1

Introduce large sheets of blank films (cleaning films), e.g. film size 35x43 cm/
14x17 inch, when the processor has been on standby for an extended period of
time, e.g. overnight, to remove any deposits or residue from the transport path of
the film.

It might be necessary to initiate an additional developer replenishment, depending on the start-up developer replenishment setting, which can be set ON or
OFF.
If set ON, an automatic replenishment is initiated automatically when switching the
processor on. Refer to Setting the start-up replenishment function on page 47.

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Switching the Classic E.O.S. off


Before switching off
Verify that no film is being processed before switching off the processor.

Switching off
It is recommended to switch the processor off:
when you do not intend to process films for the next couple of hours,
at the end of the day.

Place the main switch in position 0.


Do not touch the switch with wet fingers!

The water tank is drained automatically.


If the processor is used continually, the water tank will be drained automatically once
per period of twenty-four hours. The default time setting is 02:00 h; the time can be
changed by your local service organization. This draining operation takes approx. 8
minutes.

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Chapter

Processing films

This chapter holds basic information on how to process


films both under normal conditions and in emergency
situations.
Processing films
Processing an emergency film
Recommended chemicals

Processing films
Processing a film is very easy and straightforward: you just have to place the
exposed film on the feed table and feed it into the feed slot of the Classic E.O.S.
The Classic E.O.S. will then process the film and deposit it in the exit tray.
The Classic E.O.S. can process all common brands of medical X-ray film suitable for machine processing. You can apply sheet films of the following sizes:
maximum width: 43,2 cm (17 inch),
smallest size: 10 x 10 cm.
DO NOT process rollfilm on the Classic E.O.S.

Processing under normal conditions


Proceed as follows:

Check whether the processor is switched on and ready for operation.


The display should show, for example, the READY message:

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Introduce large sheets of blank films (cleaning films), e.g. film size
35 x 43 cm, when the processor has been on standby for an extended
period of time, e.g. overnight, to remove any deposits or residue from the
transport path of the film.

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Place the sheet of film to be processed on the feed table.


Make sure that the film edge is aligned with the feed slot.

The processor accepts the film and starts processing it.


The following message is shown:

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Wait until you hear a short beep, and the READY status message reappears.

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You can now introduce the next film to be processed.

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Processing narrow films


You can place narrow films side by side on the feed table to have them processed simultaneously.
However, make sure these films do not overlap.
You can introduce 2 sheets of 10 x 10 cm film simultaneously as shown below.

DO NOT process roll film on the Classic E.O.S.

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Processing an emergency film


It may happen that you have one or more films to process at a time when the
Classic E.O.S. is not completely ready for operation. This can be e.g.:
when the Classic E.O.S. is initializing and the developer has not yet reached the
set temperature,

when an error status message is displayed.


Still, the Classic E.O.S. enables you to process films in these conditions. Films
thus processed are referred to as emergency films.
Emergency films do not always meet the quality standards of development,
rinsing or fixing. In addition, the archivibility of films thus processed is not
always guaranteed. Under particular circumstances, the film might be useless to make a proper diagnosis!

Proceed as follows to process emergency films:


1

Check the display.


Caution: Emergency film processing is not possible if, e.g., the following message
appears:

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6HHPDQXDO

Refer to Emergency film processing on page 75.

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Place the emergency film to be processed on the feed table.


Make sure that the film edge is aligned with the feed slot.

You can place narrow films side by side on the feed table to have them processed
simultaneously. However, make sure these films do not overlap.

The processor accepts the film automatically and displays the following message on
the control panel:

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Wait until you hear a short beep.


You can now introduce the next emergency film to be processed.

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Recommended chemicals
The tables below list the recommended chemicals, as a function of the processing cycle, temperature level and the replenishment quantity.
Chemicals

Developer and fixer temperature

HT

IP

RP

Developer G 138 i

38 C

37 C

34 C

Fixer G 334 i/
G 338

34 C

34 C

34 C

Chemicals

Replenishment quantity

HT / IP / RP
Developer G 138 i

400 ml/m2

Fixer G 334 i/
G 338

400 ml/m2

The replenishment quantities as listed in the above table are valid only if your
film consumption exceeds 5 m2 film/day and is based on a regular daily use. If
your daily film consumption is lower, you can initiate a chemical jog cycle, which
provides additional replenishment rates that compensate for low film usage.
When handling chemicals, make sure to take notice of the warning instructions on the packing material. Refer to Special instructions for the handling
of chemicals on page 8.

Refer to chapter 4, Customization.

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Chapter

Customization

This chapter holds the step-by-step procedures which


explain how to set the processing parameters to customize
the Classic E.O.S.
Customizing the processing parameters
Processing cycle
Developer temperature
Dryer setting
Developer replenishment rate
Fixer replenishment rate
Standby developer and fixer replenishment (jog cycle)
Setting the start-up replenishment function
Language
Autofill

Customizing the processing parameters


Overview
The following processing parameters can be set to optimize the sensitometric
stability of the system.
It may be possible that all parameters settings are password protected, except
for the dryer setting. Refer to qualified service personnel if settings need to be
changed and a password must be entered.
Processing parameter

Default setting

Refer to

RP

34

34 C

36

Dryer setting.
(Default stage 05 for RP and IP; 07 for HT)

Stage 05

38

Developer replenishment rate.

400 ml/m2

40

Fixer replenishment rate.

400 ml/m2

43

Standby developer and fixer replenishment


(jog cycle).

AUTO

45

Setting the start-up replenishment function.

Deactivated

47

Country
specific

49

OFF

50

Processing cycle.
Developer temperature.

Language.
Autofill.

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Menu structure diagram

Settings

Language

Auto filling
Auto filling OFF
Auto filling ON

Process

Process RP
Process HT
Process EXT

Temperature

Dryer

Temp. 25 C

Dryer 01

Temp. 34 C

Dryer 05

Temp. 39 C

Dryer 10

Jog cycle

Start cycle

Jog cycle Auto


Jog cycle ON
Jog cycle OFF

Start cycle ON
Start cycle OFF

Service

For service
purposes only

Replenishment

Rates

Developer

Fixer
Fixer 50ml/m2
Fixer 600ml/m2
Fixer 800ml/m2

=
=

Developer 50ml/m2
Developer 400ml/m2

= default

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Developer 800ml/m2

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General guidelines
Always keep in mind the following general guidelines when changing the processing parameter settings.

The procedures in this chapter describe how to set the processing parameters
one by one. It is possible however to make all required adjustments in succession, without having to return each time to the READY status display:

During the customization session, if you do not press any key on the control
panel within 45 seconds, the READY status display reappears and any changes
you made in the settings are discarded.
Two different screens can be discerned:

Menu screens (shadowed rectangles in the menu structure diagram)

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0HQXLWHP

Toggle &
scroll

Select

In the menu screens, use the Up and Down keys to toggle between both items on the
menu, and to scroll to a following (Down key on last line) or a previous menu (Up key
on first line) on the same level. The currently active menu item is blinking. If you
press the Confirm key on a blinking item, you select that menu item.

Data screens

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9DOXH

Increase &
decrease

Select

In the data screens, use the Up and Down keys to increase or to decrease the
value of the setting. If you press the Confirm key on a value, you select that
value for the concerned menu item.

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When to adjust the processing parameters


You may want to adjust the processing parameters
when environmental conditions change, e.g. relative humidity or room temperature,
when other chemicals will be used,
when another type of film will be used.
Changing some of the parameters can have a negative effect on the image
quality. Always consult your local service organization.

Overview of recommended settings


The table below lists the recommendations for optimal processing stability,
depending on your specific workload.
Developer replenishment rate
more than 5 m film/day

3 to 5 m film/day

less than 3 m film/day

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

400 ml/m

400 ml/m

600 ml/m

600 ml/m

600 ml/m

600 ml/m

Standby developer and fixer replenishment - jog cycle (*)


more than 5 m film/day

3 to 5 m film/day

less than 3 m film/day

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

OFF

OFF

OFF

OFF

ON

ON

Start-up replenishment function


more than 5 m film/day

3 to 5 m film/day

less than 3 m film/day

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

(*) The default setting is AUTO: the developer and fixer jog cycle is set automatically ON if the daily film consumption is less than 3 m. It is set automatically
OFF if the daily film consumption is more than 3 m.

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Processing cycle
The Classic E.O.S. features three processing cycles: HT processing, IP processing and RP processing (default setting).
Select the processing cycle in accordance with:
the film type (or mix of film types) you wish to process,
the amount of contrast that is required,
the throughput that is wanted.
Keep in mind that each processing cycle corresponds to a specific developer temperature and dryer setting.
The processing cycle is not adjustable during film processing.

Setting the processing cycle


1

Press any key to start.


You can press the Escape key at any time to quit a menu without making changes.

Press the Confirm key to select Settings.

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Press the Confirm key to select Process.

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Press the Up and Down keys to select the required process (HT, IP or RP).

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Press the Confirm key to activate the selected processing cycle.

Press the Escape key twice to quit the menu.

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Developer temperature
You can adjust the developer temperature in the range of 25 to 39 C. The
default setting is 34 C (RP).
When adjusting the developer temperature, take into account:
the current processing cycle,
the type of developer used, and
the film type.
The following table lists the recommended temperature settings, depending on
the developer that is used and the selected processing cycle:
Temperature setting per processing cycle
Developer

G 138 i

HT

IP

RP

38 C

37 C

34 C

Remark: If you select a lower developer temperature than the current one, it takes
some time for the developer to cool, approximately 5 minutes per degree Centigrade. It may be more convenient to add new cooler developer or you can accelerate the cooling process by having a developer heat exchanger connected. This
developer heat exchanger is optionally available and is required:

if the processing temperatures are to be changed quickly,

if the difference between the set developer temperature and the ambient temperature is lower than 4 C, e.g. if the set developer temperature is 30 C and
the room temperature is 26 C or higher.
Keep in mind that each processing cycle corresponds to a specific developer temperature and dryer setting.
The developer temperature is not adjustable during film processing.

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Setting the developer temperature


1

Press any key to start.


You can press the Escape key at any time to quit a menu without making changes.

Press the Confirm key to select Settings.

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3

Press the Down key followed by the Confirm key to select Temperature.

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4

Press the Up and Down keys to select the required temperature (from 25 to 39 C).

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Press the Confirm key to activate the selected temperature.

Press the Escape key twice to quit the menu.

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Dryer setting
The dryer of the Classic E.O.S. has 10 drying stages, in an incremental range
from 01 to 10.

The default dryer setting is 05 (RP and IP). For HT, default setting is 07.
However, you can select another drying stage, depending on the film type and
the selected processing cycle. To obtain the best possible drying quality, adjust
the dryer setting as follows:
If the film is still moist when processed, increase the dryer setting.

If the processed film is deformed or shows drying patterns, decrease the


dryer setting.

The dryer setting can be adjusted during film processing.

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Setting the dryer setting


1

Press any key to start.


You can press the Escape key at any time to quit a menu without making changes.

Press the Confirm key to select Settings.

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3

Press the Down key two times followed by the Confirm key to select Dryer.

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4

Press the Up and Down keys to select the required dryer setting (from 01 to 10).

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Press the Confirm key to activate the selected dryer setting.

Press the Escape key twice to quit the menu.

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Developer replenishment rate


The developer replenishment rate must be set in accordance with the amount of
film that is processed. The Classic E.O.S. allows for surface scanning of film,
taking into account not only the film length but also the film width.
The default setting is 400 ml/m.
Refer to the table for recommended developer replenishment rates, depending
on your specific workload.
Developer replenishment rate
more than 5 m film/day

3 to 5 m film/day

less than 3 m film/day

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

400 ml/m

400 ml/m

600 ml/m

600 ml/m

600 ml/m

600 ml/m

Related setting: Standby developer and fixer replenishment - jog cycle


more than 5 m film/day

3 to 5 m film/day

less than 3 m film/day

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

OFF

OFF

OFF

OFF

ON

ON

Related setting: Start-up replenishment function


more than 5 m film/day

3 to 5 m film/day

less than 3 m film/day

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

The developer replenishment rate is not adjustable during film processing.

If you do not comply with the recommended replenishment rates, the optimal processing stability is no longer guaranteed and sensitometric variations might occur.

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Setting the developer replenishment rate


1

Press any key to start.


You can press the Escape key at any time to quit a menu without making changes.

Press the Confirm key to select Settings.

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3

Press the Down key three times followed by the Confirm key to select Replenishment.

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4

Press the Down key two times followed by the Confirm key to select Rates.

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Press the Confirm key to select Developer.

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6

Press the Up and Down keys to select the required developer replenishment value
(from 50 to 800 ml/m, in steps of 50 ml/m).

'HYHORSHU
POP

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Press the Confirm key to activate the selected developer replenishment rate.

Press the Escape key four times to quit the menu.

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Fixer replenishment rate


The default setting is 400 ml/m.
You can try to increase the rate if fog-level, speed and contrast of the film is
affected. Keep in mind that changing the fixer replenishment rates can result in
bad archival quality.
The fixer replenishment rate is not adjustable during film processing.

Setting the fixer replenishment rate


1

Press any key to start.


You can press the Escape key at any time to quit a menu without making changes.

Press the Confirm key to select Settings.

6HWWLQJV
/DQJXDJH
3

Press the Down key three times followed by the Confirm key to select Replenishment.

'U\HU
5HSOHQLVKPHQW
4

Press the Down key two times followed by the Confirm key to select Rates.

5DWHV

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Press the Down key followed by the Confirm key to select Fixer.

'HYHORSHU
)L[HU
6

Press the Up and Down keys to select the required fixer replenishment value (from

50 to 800 ml/m, in steps of 50 ml/m).

)L[HU
POP

Press the Confirm key to activate the selected fixer replenishment rate.

Press the Escape key four times to quit the menu.

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Standby developer and fixer replenishment


(jog cycle)
In order to compensate for oxidation of chemicals during a protracted standby
period, an additional replenishment of developer and fixer can be initiated automatically every hour (jog cycle function).
The default setting is AUTO: the jog cycle will be automatically switched ON or
OFF in accordance with your daily film consumption: ON if the consumption is
less than 3 m per day, OFF if the consumption is more than 3 m per day.
Refer to the table for recommended jog cycle settings, depending on the specific
workload.
Related setting: Developer replenishment rate
more than 5 m film/day

3 to 5 m film/day

less than 3 m film/day

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

400 ml/m

400 ml/m

600 ml/m

600 ml/m

600 ml/m

600 ml/m

Standby developer and fixer replenishment - jog cycle


more than 5 m film/day

3 to 5 m film/day

less than 3 m film/day

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

OFF

OFF

OFF

OFF

ON

ON

Related setting: Start-up replenishment function


more than 5 m film/day

3 to 5 m film/day

less than 3 m film/day

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

The jog cycle is not adjustable during film processing.

If you do not comply with the recommended replenishment rates, the


optimal processing stability is no longer guaranteed and sensitometric
variations might occur.

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Setting the jog cycle (standby developer and fixer replenishment)


1

Press any key to start.


You can press the Escape key at any time to quit a menu without making changes.

Press the Confirm key to select Settings.

6HWWLQJV
/DQJXDJH
3

Press the Confirm key to select Jog cycle.

-RJF\FOH
6WDUWF\FOH
5

Press the Down key three times followed by the Confirm key to select Replenishment.

'U\HU
5HSOHQLVKPHQW
4

Press the Up and Down keys to select the required jog cycle setting (Auto, ON,
OFF).

-RJF\FOH
$XWR

Press the Confirm key to activate the selected setting.

Press the Escape key three times to quit the menu.

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Setting the start-up replenishment function


This function assures an automatic developer and fixer replenishment every
time the processor is switched on. This setting should be activated if the processor is used on an irregular basis (only a few days per week).
The default setting is OFF.
Refer to the table for recommended start-up developer and fixer replenishment
settings, depending on the specific workload.
Related setting: Developer replenishment rate
more than 5 m film/day

3 to 5 m film/day

less than 3 m film/day

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

400 ml/m

400 ml/m

600 ml/m

600 ml/m

600 ml/m

600 ml/m

Related setting: Standby developer and fixer replenishment - jog cycle


more than 5 m film/day

3 to 5 m film/day

less than 3 m film/day

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

OFF

OFF

OFF

OFF

ON

ON

Start-up replenishment function


more than 5 m film/day

3 to 5 m film/day

less than 3 m film/day

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

daily use

irregular use

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

The start-up replenishment rate is not adjustable during film processing.

If you do not comply with the recommended replenishment rates, the


optimal processing stability is no longer guaranteed and sensitometric
variations might occur.

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Setting the start-up replenishment function


1

Press any key to start.


You can press the Escape key at any time to quit a menu without making changes.

Press the Confirm key to select Settings.

6HWWLQJV
/DQJXDJH
3

Press the Down key followed by the Confirm key to select Start cycle.

-RJF\FOH
6WDUWF\FOH
5

Press the Down key three times followed by the Confirm key to select Replenishment.

'U\HU
5HSOHQLVKPHQW
4

Press the Up and Down keys to select the required start up replenishment setting
(ON or OFF).

6WDUWF\FOH
2))

Press the Confirm key to activate the selected setting.

Press the Escape key three times to quit the menu.

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Language
You can select the language in which the messages on the display appear.
The following are available:
Language

Language

Danish

Dansk

Greek

Dutch

Nederlands

Italian

Italiano

English

English

Norwegian

Norsk

Finnish

Suomi

Portuguese

Portugus

French

Franais

Spanish

Espaol

German

Deutsch

Swedish

Svenska

The language can be adjusted during film processing.

Setting the language


1

Press any key to start.


You can press the Escape key at any time to quit a menu without making changes.

Press the Down key followed by the Confirm key to select Language.

6HWWLQJV
/DQJXDJH
3

Press the Up and Down keys to select the required language.

'HXWVFK
(QJOLVK
4

Press the Confirm key to activate the selected language.

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Autofill
The Autofill function is only applicable when using the 5270/105 processor in combination with the LR 3300 S Laser Imager.
The Autofill function allows for the automatic filling of developer and fixer tanks,
when the level of the developer or fixer in the processor tank is too low.
The following message indicates that the level of the developer in the processor
tank is too low:

'HYHORSHU
OHYHOORZ

or, for the fixer,

)L[HU
OHYHOORZ

Setting the automatic filling setting ON or OFF:


1

Press any key for more than 3 seconds to start.


You can press the Escape key at any time to quit a menu without making changes.

Press the Down key twice followed by the Confirm key to select Auto filling.

$XWRILOOLQJ
6HUYLFH
3

Press the Up and Down keys to select the required Auto filling setting (ON or OFF).

$XWRILOOLQJ
2))

Press the Confirm key to activate the selected setting.

If the Auto filling function is activated, the tanks (Developer, Fixer 1 & 2) will be
filled automatically. Afterwards, the temperature of the tanks will be adjusted to
the set developer or fixer temperature. Refer to Developer temperature on page
36.
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Chapter

Preventive maintenance

This chapter guides the user through maintenance and


cleaning tasks.
Survey of the preventive maintenance work
General cleaning directions
Clean the feed table and film scanner
Clean the tank covers and film guide elements
Clean the tanks and roller sets
Clean the squeegee roller set
Clean the pumps
Cleaning the water filter

Survey of the preventive maintenance work


Preventive maintenance and cleaning of the Classic E.O.S. at regular intervals
will keep the Classic E.O.S. running smoothly and ensure optimum processing
quality.
A survey of this cleaning and maintenance work is listed in the table below. The
procedures themselves are explained in detail in this chapter.
Interval

Maintenance work

Page

Clean the feed table.

54

If possible, switch the Classic E.O.S. off overnight.

20

Weekly

Clean the tank covers and film guide elements.

56

Monthly

Check the ground fault switch.

Daily

Clean the tanks and roller sets.

59

Clean the squeegee roller set.

66

Clean the pumps.

68

Clean the dryer roller sets.


Procedure for skilled service personnel only.

97

Every six
months

Cleaning the water filter.

104

Yearly

Have the rack bearings and gears checked by your local service
organization.

Every three
months

Clean the film scanner.


Ad hoc

54

Have the replenishment settings checked by your local service


organization.
Have the rack bearings and gears checked by your local service
organization.

If you do not comply with the above-mentioned maintenance instructions,


there might be a loss of photographic quality. If the processor is not maintained correctly, the proper functioning and the safe operation of the
machine are no longer guaranteed.

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General cleaning directions


When cleaning the Classic E.O.S., always keep in mind the following directions:
Always disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet or switch off the
main switch. Do not touch the power cord or the main switch with wet fingers! Note that the power cord has to be disconnected from the wall outlet
in order to disconnect the unit entirely from the mains. It does not suffice
only to switch off the main switch.
Never use hot water. The highest temperature allowed is 40 C.
The electrical cables to the heaters are permanent and should never be disconnected.
Overview and location of identification labels.

The tank covers, pumps, tanks and roller sets are identified with numbered labels
for proper replacement after cleaning, in order to prevent contamination of the
chemicals. All elements that are removed for cleaning must be returned to their
proper location after cleaning.
Water

Fixer 2

Fixer 1

Developer

Tank covers
(with film guide elements)

Tanks

Roller sets

Pumps

Drain valves

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Clean the feed table and film scanner


Clean the feed table at the beginning of each working day to prevent streaks or
impurities on the film.
Do not clean the film scanner every day, but you can remove it to clean the feed
table completely. Clean the film scanner only when necessary. The film scanner
measures the surface of the film when it is introduced. This assures convenient
replenishment rates for the chemicals, depending on the film sizes.
When cleaning the film scanner make sure to handle the film scanner
rollers with care. Do not damage them.

Remove the film scanner housing by pulling it horizontally from its latches.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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If necessary, clean the film scanner rollers and the scanner housing with a damp
sponge or a lint-free cloth.
Clean the film scanner ONLY when necessary!
Take care: the film guide elements have sharp edges.

Clean the feed table using a moist lint-free cloth or sponge.

Wipe the feed table dry.

Replace the film scanner housing by pushing it in the direction of the machine
until it latches into place.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Clean the tank covers and film guide elements


The tank covers with their film guide elements should be cleaned every week.

Remove the top cover.

Unlock the covers of the developer tank, the two fixer tanks and the water tank.
Slide the two clips towards each other to release each cover, as shown below.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Remove the tank covers from the roller sets.

Clean the tank covers and film guide elements using a moist soft sponge.
Be extremely careful: do not damage the plastic film guide elements!
Take care: the film guide elements have sharp edges.

Wipe the tank covers dry.

Check the numbers which mark the tank covers and their corresponding tanks.
Make sure to place the tank covers back on their corresponding roller sets.
Refer to Overview and location of identification labels. on page 53.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Place the cleaned tank covers back onto their corresponding roller sets.
Make sure the arrows on the tank covers point in the direction of the film
exit tray.

Lock the tank covers.


Slide the two clips outwards as far as they will go (you must hear a click).

Reinstall the top cover.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Clean the tanks and roller sets


Observe safety and environmental regulations when working with chemicals. It is also advisable to wear the recommended protective clothing and
goggles.

Clean the developer tank, the fixer tanks and the water tank once every three
months. The way in which the tanks and rollers are arranged is reproduced on
an adhesive label, to be found when the top cover is removed.

5*
5
5
5

3*
5

1 14
14
5

4
5 1
1
5

3*

4
5 1
1
5

3*

4
5 1
1
5

3*
45*
3* 3* 45
3 3
3*

Gray rubber 22.5

Gray rubber 48

Gray rubber steel core


22.5

Yellow plastic 48

Yellow plastic 22.5

Red rubber 22.5

Yellow rough plastic


22.5

14

Gray rubber 22.8

45

Foam rubber 22.5

3 3*

5
3 3*

3 3*

3 3*

(*) 2-spring bearing

3*
3

5*
6

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Remove the top cover.

Drain the developer tank, the two fixer tanks and water tank.
Turn the four drain valves counterclockwise.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Unlock the covers of the developer tank, the two fixer tanks and the water tank.
Slide the two clips towards each other to release each cover, as shown below.

Remove the tank covers from the roller sets.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Release each roller set from its positioning clip [1] and carefully lift [2] the roller
set out of its location [3].

2
1
3

Place the roller sets on a stable work surface.

Clean the roller sets thoroughly under running water.

Use a soft sponge to wipe off deposits.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Wipe the four tanks of the processor clean using a moist sponge.

Rinse the tanks thoroughly with water.


Take care not to spill any liquid alongside the tanks.

10 Wipe the roller sets, the tank covers, the developer tank and the fixer tanks dry
using a lint-free cloth or sponge.

11 Close the tank drains by turning the four drain valves clockwise.

You now have to refill the tanks with new fixer or developer.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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12 Fill the tanks up to the marking with ready-mixed fixer or developer.


Developer

Fixer 1 & 2

Water

Take care not to spill any fixer into the developer tank. Otherwise, clean the
developer tank again and rinse it thoroughly.

13 Make sure to check the numbers which mark the roller sets, the tank covers and
their corresponding tanks.
Make sure to place all elements back to their appropriate location. Refer to
Overview and location of identification labels. on page 53.

14 Place the roller sets back in the corresponding tanks (refer to the identification
number labels).

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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15 Place the tank covers back onto their corresponding roller sets.
Clean the tank covers and film guide elements before placing them. Refer to Clean
the tank covers and film guide elements on page 56.
Make sure the arrows on the tank covers point in the direction of the film
exit tray.

16 Lock the tank covers.


Slide the two clips outwards as far as they will go (you must hear a click).

17 Reinstall the top cover.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Clean the squeegee roller set


Clean the squeegee roller set every three months.

Remove the top cover.

Release the squeegee roller set from its positioning clip [1] and carefully lift the
roller set out of its location [2].

Place the squeegee roller set on a stable, flat surface.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Clean the squeegee rollers using a moist sponge.


Clean the squeegee rollers only with water, do NOT use any chemicals!
Make sure that the squeegee rollers do not come into contact with the
grease of the drive shaft!

Wipe the rollers dry using a lint-free cloth or sponge.

Reinstall the squeegee roller set into its location, making sure the roller set fits
into the positioning clip.

Reinstall the top cover.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Clean the pumps


Clean the pumps every three months.

Remove the top cover.

Press the pump housing release button and lift up the pump housing.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Rinse the pump housing thoroughly under running water.

Loosen and remove the pump lid by turning clockwise.

Inside, you find the pump magnet.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Clean all parts thoroughly under running water.


Make sure to reinstall the parts as shown in the picture below.

Replace the pump magnet and fasten the pump lid by turning counterclockwise.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Replace the pump housing in the processor.


Make sure to check the numbers which mark the pump housings and their corresponding locations.
Make sure to place every element back in the appropriate location. Refer to
Overview and location of identification labels. on page 53.

If you can not slide the housing all the way in, you may be trying it the wrong way.

Reinstall the top cover.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Chapter

Troubleshooting

This chapter provides solutions to some problems you may


encounter while working with the Classic E.O.S.
Troubleshooting checklist
The processor is out of operation
The developer or fixer level is too low
The water level is too low
Jammed film
Film quality problems
The developer temperature is too low
The fixer temperature is too low
Messages when accessories are connected

Troubleshooting checklist
Error status

Refer to

You try to feed a film but it is not


accepted.

The processor is out of operation.

77

Display messages Developer level


low or Fixer level low.

The developer or fixer level is


too low.

79

Display messages Water level low.

The water level is too low.

84

An accepted film is not deposited in


the exit tray.

Jammed film.

85

The processed film is still moist, or is


deformed or shows drying patterns.

Film quality problems.

87

Display messages Check water


pump.

Page

Clean the water pump.


68

If that does not help, contact


your local service organization.

Error 502 - See manual message.

The developer temperature is


too low.

88

Error 504 - See manual message.

The fixer temperature is too low.

90

Error 514 - See manual message.

Clean the pumps. (DEV, FIX1,


FIX2)
If that does not help, contact
your local service organization.

68

Error 510 - See manual message.

Failure of the dryer heaters.


Procedure for skilled service
personnel only.

Error 501, Error 503, Error 510,


Error 506 and other Error XXX
messages.

Contact your local service organization.

Messages when accessories are connected.

101

92

An interval beep accompanies the messages.

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Emergency film processing


With most service messages, the processing of emergency films remains possible. It is recommended however to proceed with the troubleshooting actions as
soon as possible.
Emergency film possible

Emergency film not possible

Error 501

Error 506

Error 502

Film jam

Error 503

Film not accepted

Error 504

Developer level low

Error 505

Fixer level low

Error 510

Water level low

Error 514

Error 550

Check water pump

Error 562

Error 518

Error 563

Error 519

Error 580

Error 520

Error 582

Error 535
Error 539
Error 549
Error 557
Error 558
Error 559
Error 560
Error 574
Error 575
Error 579

Emergency films do not always meet the quality standards of development,


rinsing or fixing. In addition, the archivibility of films thus processed is not
always guaranteed.

Refer to Processing an emergency film on page 25.

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Maintenance message
The Classic E.O.S. must be checked and serviced periodically by your local service organization (default period: every six months).
If the following maintenance message is displayed, you must call your local service organization.

3OHDVHZDLW

alternating with

0DLQWHQDQFH

The message will continue to appear at start of work when processing the first four
films of the day, until service takes place.
When not complying with the above-mentioned maintenance instructions,
there might be a loss of photographic quality. If the processor is not maintained correctly, the proper functioning and the safe operation of the
machine are no longer guaranteed.

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The processor is out of operation


1

Check that the processor is connected to the mains.

Check that the ON/OFF switch is in the I position.


Do not touch the switch with wet fingers!

Make sure that the top cover is properly closed.

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Check that the ground fault switch is not switched off.


Do not touch the switch with wet fingers!

The ground fault switch automatically switches off the processor when a loss of current is detected. If it is not possible to switch the processor back on with this switch,
contact your local service organization.

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The developer or fixer level is too low


The following message indicates that the level of the developer in the processor
tank is too low:

'HYHORSHU
OHYHOORZ

or, for the fixer,

)L[HU
OHYHOORZ

You will have to check and possibly refill the respective tank with developer or
fixer.
It is recommended to check, and, if necessary, refill fixer first and developer
afterwards. You can thus avoid spilling fixer in a full developer tank, which
would necessitate draining and cleaning the developer tank.

Possible causes are:


The drain valve of the respective tank is not shut properly.
A replenishment failure, e.g. the replenishment tanks could be empty.

To check the developer or fixer level:


1

Remove the top cover.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Check that the four drain valves are closed (turn clockwise).

Unlock the covers of the developer tank, the two fixer tanks and the water tank.
Slide the two clips towards each other to release each cover, as shown below.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Remove the tank covers from the roller sets.

Observe safety and environmental regulations when working with chemicals. It is also advisable to wear the recommended protective clothing and
goggles.

Release each roller set from its positioning clip [1] and carefully lift [2] the roller
set out of its location [3].

2
1
3

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Check that the tanks still contain a sufficient amount of developer or fixer.
Developer

Fixer 1 & 2

Water

The developer or fixer level should be up to the marking in the tank.

If the level of developer or fixer is too low, fill the developer or fixer tank with
ready-mixed developer or fixer, respectively.
Take care not to spill any fixer into the developer tank. Otherwise, clean the
developer tank again and rinse it thoroughly.

Make sure to check the numbers which mark the roller sets, the tank covers and
their corresponding tanks.
Make sure to place every element back in the appropriate location. Refer to
Overview and location of identification labels. on page 53.

Place the roller sets back in the corresponding tanks (refer to the identification
number labels).

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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10 Place the tank covers back onto their corresponding roller sets.
Make sure the arrows on the tank covers point in the direction of the film
exit tray.

11 Lock the tank covers.


Slide the two clips outwards as far as they will go (you must hear a click).

12 Reinstall the top cover.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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The water level is too low


The following message indicates that the level of the water in the processor tank
is too low:

:DWHU
OHYHOORZ

To check the water level:


1

Check that the water tap is opened.

If the tap was open, clean or replace the water filter.

Refer to Cleaning the water filter on page 104.

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Jammed film
If the film you inserted for processing is not deposited in the film exit tray, it may
be jammed in its transport path.
A film jam can occur:
in the roller sets of the developer [1], fixer [2] or water tanks [3],
in the squeegee roller section [4],
in the dryer transport roller section [5].
(Procedure for skilled service personnel only.)

If the film gets caught somewhere on its way through the processor, you have to
check each section systematically, preferably starting with the squeegee roller
section.
Disconnect the processor from the mains before starting to remove a
jammed film.

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Check for jams in the transport roller sets of the tanks


When a jam in this section occurs, it is highly recommended to perform the
cleaning procedure for the appropriate roller set. The removal and reinstallation
of a tank roller set is completely described in the corresponding cleaning procedure.

Refer to Clean the tanks and roller sets on page 59.


During this procedure, if you find the jammed film, gently remove it from the
roller set by turning the appropriate gear clockwise or counterclockwise.

Check for jams in the squeegee roller section


When a jam in this section occurs, it is highly recommended to perform the
cleaning procedure for the squeegee roller set. The removal and reinstallation of
the squeegee roller set is completely described in the corresponding cleaning
procedure.

Refer to Clean the squeegee roller set on page 66.


During this procedure, if you find the jammed film, gently remove it from the
roller set by turning the appropriate gear clockwise or counterclockwise (see
above).

Check for jams in the transport roller section


When a jam in this section occurs, the jam removal procedure can be executed
by skilled service personnel only.

Refer to chapter 7, Instructions for skilled service personnel.


You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Film quality problems


The processed film is still moist
If a processed film in the exit tray is still moist, increase the dryer setting.

Refer to Dryer setting on page 38.

The processed film is deformed or shows drying patterns


If a processed film in the exit tray is deformed or showing drying patterns,
decrease the dryer setting.

Refer to Dryer setting on page 38.

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The developer temperature is too low


The following message indicates that the developer temperature is too low:

(UURU
6HHPDQXDO

The Classic E.O.S. has an integrated safety switch, that prevents the developer
from overheating in case the level of developer should drop too low. If this
should happen, you have to:
Check the developer level and fill the tank if necessary. Refer to The developer
or fixer level is too low on page 79.
Reset the developer safety switch, as described below.
Disconnect the processor from the mains.

Remove the top cover.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Depress the button indicating the developer safety switch.

Reinstall the top cover.

Reconnect the processor to the mains.

If resetting the safety switch does not resolve the problem or if the problem
should reoccur, contact your local service organization.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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The fixer temperature is too low


The following message indicates that the fixer temperature is too low:

(UURU
6HHPDQXDO

The Classic E.O.S. has an integrated safety switch, that prevents the fixer from
overheating in case the level of fixer should drop too low. If this should happen,
you have to:
Check the fixer level and fill the tank if necessary. Refer to The developer or fixer
level is too low on page 79.
Reset the fixer safety switch, as described below.

Disconnect the processor from the mains.

Remove the top cover.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Depress the button indicating the fixer safety switch.

Reinstall the top cover.

Reconnect the processor to the mains.

If resetting the safety switch does not resolve the problem or if the problem
should reoccur, contact your local service organization.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective gloves and an
apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective glasses for your safety. Always
conform to local regulations regarding the disposal of chemicals.

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Messages when accessories are connected


The messages mentioned below can appear if accessory devices are connected
to the Classic E.O.S. with the corresponding sensor cables (contact your local
service organization).

Waste tanks for fixer and developer


Messages when the waste tanks for fixer or developer are full:

5($'<
53

d&

alternating with:

&KHFN
ZDVWHWDQN

or,

&KHFN
ZDVWHWDQN

alternating with

3OHDVHZDLW

Empty the respective waste tank.

Developer replenishment tank


Messages when the developer replenishment tank is empty:

5($'<
53

d&

alternating with

&KHFNH[WHUQDO

GHYHORSHU

or, during film feed,

&KHFNH[WHUQDO

GHYHORSHU

alternating with

3OHDVHZDLW

Fill the developer replenishment tank.

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Fixer replenishment tank


Messages when the fixer replenishment tank is empty:

5($'<
53

d&

alternating with

&KHFNH[WHUQDO

IL[HU

or, during film feed,

&KHFNH[WHUQDO

IL[HU

alternating with

3OHDVHZDLW

Fill the fixer replenishment tank.

Chemix
Message when the fixer or developer replenishment tank in the Chemix mixer is
empty:

5($'<
53

d&

or, e.g.:

&KHFN
PL[HU

or, during film feed,

&KHFN
PL[HU

alternating with

3OHDVHZDLW

Fill the Chemix mixer replenishment tank.

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Anti-algae accessory
If the Algizid tank of an anti-algae agent dosing is empty, this message appears
alternating on the display of the processor, accompanied by 3 short beep
sequences (repeated every 5 minutes):

5($'<
53

d&

alternating with

&KHFN
DQWLDOJDH

or, during film feed,

&KHFN
DQWLDOJDH

alternating with

3OHDVHZDLW

Fill the container with fresh anti-algae agent.

E.O.S. Fix
Message when there is an operating problem on the E.O.S. accessory:

5($'<
53

d&

alternating with

&KHFN
(26PRGXOH

or, during film feed,

&KHFN
(26PRGXOH

alternating with

3OHDVHZDLW

Check the E.O.S accessory to solve the problem.

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Chapter

Instructions for
skilled service personnel

This chapter describes procedures only for skilled service


personnel, trained on the machine by the Agfa Service
Organization. Make sure to read the safety notices on the
first page of this chapter.
Important safety notice
Clean the dryer roller sets
Check for jams in the dryer section
Failure of the dryer heaters
Cleaning the water filter

Important safety notice


This chapter deals with repairs and preventive maintenance work for the
Classic E.O.S. during which live electrical or hot components may become
exposed.
Thus, the procedures described hereafter can imply hazardous situations
and are therefore to be carried out by skilled service personnel only.
Make sure to disconnect the processor from the mains before performing
any maintenance activities.

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Clean the dryer roller sets


Clean the dryer roller sets every three months.
The inner parts of the dryer can be very hot when the processor has been in
operation. Therefore, clean the dryer roller sets only at the beginning of a
working day.

Loosen the two quarter turn fasteners securing the cover.

You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective
gloves and an apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective
glasses for your safety. Always conform to local regulations regarding the
disposal of chemicals.

Remove the cover.

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Tilt the dryer block to its horizontal position.

Take care not to touch any inner parts of the infrared dryer since they can
be extremely hot. The quartz lamps can be damaged when touched.

Remove the roller sets alternately, by pressing their release clips [1] and sliding
them out of their location [2].

Remove, clean and replace the roller sets one by one, so that they remain at their
original locations.
Make sure not to bend the film guide elements. Handle with care!

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Wipe the dryer roller sets clean using a moist sponge.

If necessary, use oil-free cleansing agents to remove deposits or residues.

Optimal image quality can only be guaranteed when handling the rollers
with care.

Wipe the rollers dry using a lint-free cloth or sponge.

Replace the roller sets. They snap into place.

Close the tilted dryer section.

Replace the cover, securing the cover with the two quarter turn fasteners.

10 Reinstall the top cover.

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Check for jams in the dryer section


Disconnect the power cord from the mains before performing any maintenance activities.

When a jam in this section occurs, it is highly recommended to perform the


cleaning procedure for the appropriate dryer roller set. The removal and reinstallation of a roller set is completely described in the corresponding cleaning procedure.

Refer to Clean the dryer roller sets on page 97.


During this procedure, if you find the jammed film, gently remove it from the
roller set.
You do not have to remove the roller set completely: with one hand press the
release clip and push the rollers slightly apart [1], while you remove the jammed
film with the other hand [2].

1
2

After performing the maintenance activities, introduce blank films (test films) to
check the normal functioning of the machine.

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Failure of the dryer heaters


Disconnect the power cord from the mains before performing any maintenance activities.

Three overheat protection buttons have been provided to reset the heaters in
the dryer when a failure has occurred.
The following message indicates that the overheat protection buttons must be
pressed.

(UURU
6HHPDQXDO

Besides the message Error 505, the following error messages can also occur:
Error 574,
Error 575,
Error 510.

Disconnect the processor from the mains.

Loosen the two quarter turn fasteners securing the cover.

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Remove the cover.

Tilt the dryer block to its horizontal position.

Take care not to touch any inner parts of the infrared dryer since they can
be extremely hot. The quartz lamps can be damaged when touched.

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Remove the roller set as indicated on the figure, by pressing the release clip [1]
and sliding it out of its location [2].

Locate the three overheat protection buttons and depress them.

Replace the roller set.

Close the tilted dryer section.

Replace the cover, securing the cover with two quarter turn fasteners.
Contact your local service organization if the problem reoccurs.

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Cleaning the water filter


Disconnect the power cord from the mains before performing any maintenance activities.
You are reminded to handle all chemicals with care, to wear protective
gloves and an apron to protect your clothing, and to wear protective
glasses for your safety. Always conform to local regulations regarding the
disposal of chemicals.

Clean the water filter every six months.

Close the water tap.

Remove the top cover.

Loosen and remove the crosshead screw at the side.

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Lift the side panel and remove it.

The water filter is located at the left.

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Loosen the screw cap and remove the filter from its housing.
Loosen the screw cap by hand only. Do not use any tools to remove the
screw cap to prevent damage.

Clean the water filter under running water.


Be careful, do not damage the wire gauze.

Place the filter back into its housing.

Fasten the screw cap onto the filter housing.

Reinstall the side panel.

10 Fasten the crosshead screw and reinstall the top cover.


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Appendix

Equipment information sheet

Specifications
Product description

Type of product

Medical film processor

Commercial name

Classic E.O.S.

Model number

5270/xxx

Original seller/manufacturer

Agfa-Gevaert NV-Mortsel

Labelling

CE

93/42 EEC Medical Devices (Europe)

TV-Certification Mark

EN 60950

c-UL-us-Listing Mark

UL 1950, CSA 22.2 No. 950 (US/CAN)

Dimensions

Length, feed table and receiving tray


excluded

740 mm

Length, feed table and receiving tray


included

1270 mm

Width

710 mm

Height

1130 mm

Weight

Empty

ca 135 kg

With filled tanks

ca 165 kg

Materials

108

Equipment does not contain:

CFC or HCFC, asbestos, PCB or PCT,


mercury, cadmium, lead as additive to
plastic

Plastic parts > 50 g

marked according to ISO 11469

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Electrical connection

Operating voltage

200 - 240 V

Mains fuse protection

15/16 A

Mains frequency

50/60 Hz

Power consumption

Standby (room temperature ~ 20 C)

0.25 kWh

During film processing

2.1 kWh (max. 3.45 kWh)

Environmental conditions

Relative humidity

10 % - 80 %

Room temperature
(without cooling system)

10 C - 30 C

Room temperature (with cooling system)

10 C - 35 C

Recommended consumables

Developer

G 138 i

Fixer

G 334 i/G 338

Film

all Agfa medical X-ray films

Water

tap water

Tank volumes (with roller sets inserted)

Developer tank

ca 8.8 l

Fixer tank 1

ca 10 l

Fixer tank 2

ca 5.8 l

Water tank

ca 5.8 l

Developer temperatures (default values upon installation)

RP processing cycle

34 C

IP processing cycle

37 C

HT processing cycle

38 C

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Fixer temperatures

Fixer tank 1

Not regulated

Fixer tank 2

34 C in all processing cycles

Replenishment rates (default values upon installation)

Developer

400 ml/m2 at > 5 m2 film/day

Fixer tank 2

400 ml/m2 at > 5 m2 film/day

Film characteristics

Smallest film size

10 x 10 cm

Max. film width

435 mm

Roll film

Not possible

Water supply

Compliant with DVGW

DIN 1988 Teil 4/1988 (Germany)


min. 5 C;

Water temperature

max. 5 C under set developer


temperature

Water pressure

2 - 6 bar

pH

6.5 - 8

Minimum conductivity

min.: 3 S/cm

Water consumption

During film processing

max. 3 l/min

Water consumption can be adjusted by your local service organization: between 3 l/m
and 30 l/m (in steps of 1 l/m)
Standby

110

0 l/min

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Physical emissions

Noise emission (sound power level according to ISO 7779)

During film processing

max. 48 dB(A)

Standby

max. 35 dB(A)

Radio frequency emission

according to CE requirement

Heat emission

During film processing

total: 7560 kJ/h; into the room: 3240 kJ/h

Standby

total: 900 kJ/h; into the room: 900 kJ/h

Chemical emissions (equipment & consumables)

Depending on processing conditions, and type of chemicals; in direct surroundings of


equipment, when using recommended chemicals, and if installed according to instructions
SO2 (sulfur dioxide)

below TLV values

CH3COOH (acetic acid)

below TLV values

Process data (throughput for 35x35 cm sized films)

RP processing cycle

110 films/hour

IP processing cycle

150 films/hour

HT processing cycle

220 films/hour

End of Life

Estimated product life


(if regularly serviced and maintained
according to AGFA instructions)

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Accessories
Anti-algae kit.
Water pressure reduction.
Replenishment tanks 2 x 30 l.
Replenishment tanks 2 x 80 l.
E.O.S. Fix.
Chemix.

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Appendix

Index

Index
A
Accessories
list of optional accessories................................................................................... 112
status messages.................................................................................................... 92
Anti-algae accessory ................................................................................................... 94
Audio signals ............................................................................................................... 16

C
Checklist for troubleshooting ....................................................................................... 74
Chemicals
recommended chemicals....................................................................................... 27
safety instructions .................................................................................................... 8
Chemix......................................................................................................................... 93
Cleaning
dryer roller sets ...................................................................................................... 97
feed table ............................................................................................................... 54
film scanner ........................................................................................................... 54
general directions .................................................................................................. 53
pumps .................................................................................................................... 68
roller sets ............................................................................................................... 59
squeegee roller set ................................................................................................ 66
tank covers ............................................................................................................ 56
tanks ...................................................................................................................... 59
water filter ............................................................................................................ 104
Components
cross section view.................................................................................................. 14
front view ............................................................................................................... 12
rear view ................................................................................................................ 12
view from above..................................................................................................... 13
Control panel
display.................................................................................................................... 16
keys ....................................................................................................................... 15
user language .................................................................................................. 16, 49

D
Developer
level check ............................................................................................................. 79
replenishment rate setting ..................................................................................... 41
replenishment tank ................................................................................................ 92
temperature setting................................................................................................ 37
temperature too low ............................................................................................... 88

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Dryer heater failure .................................................................................................... 101


Dryer roller set cleaning ............................................................................................... 97
Drying stage setting .....................................................................................................39

E
E.O.S. Fix accessory.................................................................................................... 94

F
Features ......................................................................................................................... 6
Feed table cleaning...................................................................................................... 54
Film guide elements .....................................................................................................56
Film scanner cleaning ..................................................................................................54
Fixer
level check ............................................................................................................. 79
replenishment rate setting...................................................................................... 43
replenishment tank................................................................................................. 93
temperature too low ............................................................................................... 90
Front cover removal .....................................................................................................97
Functional diagram....................................................................................................... 14

G
Ground fault switch ...................................................................................................... 78

I
Identification labels overview and location ................................................................... 53
Instructions for skilled service personnel only.............................................................. 95
Interlock switch
checking ................................................................................................................. 77
location................................................................................................................... 13

J
Jams............................................................................................................................. 85
dryer section......................................................................................................... 100
squeegee roller section .......................................................................................... 86
transport roller sets ................................................................................................ 86

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Jog cycle setting .......................................................................................................... 46

L
Language of display messages ............................................................................. 16, 49

M
Maintenance message................................................................................................. 76

N
Noise emission .......................................................................................................... 111

P
Power supply
location .................................................................................................................. 12
Preventive maintanance overview ............................................................................... 52
Processing cycle setting .............................................................................................. 34
Processing films
emergency films..................................................................................................... 25
narrow films ........................................................................................................... 24
normal processing ................................................................................................. 22
Processing parameters
general guidelines.................................................................................................. 32
overview................................................................................................................. 30
when to adjust........................................................................................................ 33
Pumps cleaning ........................................................................................................... 68

Q
Quality of processed films............................................................................................ 87

R
Replenishment tank ..................................................................................................... 92
Roller set cleaning ....................................................................................................... 59

S
Safety
compliance............................................................................................................... 9
general instructions.................................................................................................. 7
instructions for skilled service personnel ............................................................... 96
on handling chemicals ............................................................................................. 8

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Squeegee roller set cleaning........................................................................................66


Standby developer replenishment setting .................................................................... 46
Start-up replenishment rate setting .............................................................................. 48
Switching off
before switching off ................................................................................................ 20
switching off ........................................................................................................... 20
Switching on
after switching on ................................................................................................... 19
before switching on ................................................................................................ 17
switching on ........................................................................................................... 18

T
Tank cleaning............................................................................................................... 59
Tank cover cleaning .....................................................................................................56
Troubleshooting
checklist ................................................................................................................. 74
film jams ................................................................................................................. 85
messages for accessories...................................................................................... 92
out of operation ...................................................................................................... 77

W
Waste tanks ................................................................................................................. 92
Water filter cleaning ...................................................................................................104
Water level too low....................................................................................................... 84

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Published by Agfa-Gevaert N.V., B-2640 Mortsel-Belgium
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